Health Awareness Campaigns
Community Health Works offers a variety of Health Awareness Campaigns to support partners in promoting healthy choices and raising awareness about health-related observances. Customize our content to meet your audience’s unique needs and regularly check back for new resources.
Colon Cancer Prevention
March is colon cancer awareness month! Learn more about prevention and early detection methods at https://chwg.org/colorectal-cancer/
#coloncancerawareness #colorectalcancer #earlydetection
March is colon cancer awareness month! Learn more about prevention and early detection methods at https://chwg.org/colorectal-cancer/
#coloncancerawareness #colorectalcancer #primaryprevention
Colon cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States, only behind lung cancer. Don’t let it be yours, get your routine colon screenings. Learn more about them and when you need to do them at https://chwg.org/colorectal-cancer/
#coloncancerawareness #colorectalcancer #earlydetection
Colon cancer screenings are recommended for those aged 45-76, and your screening frequency depends on your personal risk. Learn more at https://chwg.org/colorectal-cancer/
#coloncancerawareness #colorectalcancer #earlydetection
1 in 3 people are not up to date on their routine colon cancer screenings. Are you up to date? If not, it’s time to schedule an appointment with your primary care physician! Learn more at https://chwg.org/colorectal-cancer/
#colorectalcancer #coloncancerawareness #earlydetection
You are at increased risk if any of the above apply to you. Don’t sweat it, make a plan with your primary care physician regarding your preventive colon cancer screening schedule. Learn more at https://chwg.org/colorectal-cancer/
#coloncancer #earlydetection #coloncancerawareness
Can you relate to any of these signs and symptoms of colon cancer? Don’t panic! Just call your primary care physician to set up your colon screening test. Learn more about colon screenings at https://chwg.org/colorectal-cancer/
#colorectalcancerawareness #coloncancer #earlydetection
There are options when it comes to your routine colorectal cancer screenings. Stool based tests are a noninvasive option that are completed more frequently than colonoscopies. Learn more at: https://loom.ly/JFa1nKA
FIT test is a type of colon cancer screening that detects blood in the stool and is completed annually. Learn more about it and your other options at https://loom.ly/JFa1nKA
Cologuard is a colon cancer screening method that detects damaged DNA in the stool, and is completed every three years. Learn more about it and your other options at https://loom.ly/JFa1nKA
#coloncancerawarenessmonth #coloncancerscreenings #cologuard
Colonoscopy is an effective screening method in which a doctor can detect and remove any colon polyps present. Learn more about it and your other colon screening options at https://loom.ly/JFa1nKA.
#coloncancerawarenessmonth #coloncancerscreenings #colonoscopy
Early Detection
Early detection of cancer through preventive screenings is life saving! Are you up to date with yours?
Learn more at https://loom.ly/fRy4swk #cancerprevention #preventivescreening #cancerscreening
Pap tests are the screening test that can effectively reduce a woman’s risk of developing cervical cancer. Schedule an appointment with you OB if you aren’t up to date!
Learn more at https://loom.ly/fRy4swk #cancerprevention #preventivescreening #cancerscreening #paptest #cervicalcancer
Mammograms are a screening test that can detect breast cancer in women. Are you a woman between the ages of 40-75? If so, think about when your last mammogram was, and if it was not within the last two years, it’s time to go again!
Learn more at https://loom.ly/fRy4swk #cancerprevention #preventivescreening #cancerscreening #breastcancer #mammogram
Do you or have you ever smoked? If you have a 20 pack year history, it’s time to look into lung cancer screenings. Schedule an appointment with your primary care physician to discuss your options.
Learn more at https://loom.ly/fRy4swk #cancerprevention #preventivescreening #cancerscreening #lungcancer #lungcancerscreening #lowdosectscan
Men over 50, listen up! Talk to your doctor about prostate cancer screenings. Prostate cancer is something your doctor can screen for during your annual wellness visit, so be sure to mention it when you go!
Learn more at https://loom.ly/fRy4swk #cancerprevention #preventivescreening #cancerscreening #prostatecancer
Colorectal cancer can affect men or women, and if you are between the ages of 45-76, you should have a colonoscopy schedule established in your health care routine. Talk to your doctor today about getting that ball rolling if you have yet to.
Learn more at https://loom.ly/fRy4swk #cancerprevention #preventivescreening #cancerscreening #colorectalcancer #fittest #colonoscopy
Screening routinely effectively reduces the likelihood of developing late-stage cancer.
Learn more at https://loom.ly/fRy4swk #cancerprevention #preventivescreening #cancerscreening
Cancer Prevention
February is cancer prevention month. This annual observance is a reminder to all to live a healthy lifestyle, and to stay current on your preventive screenings!
Learn more at: https://loom.ly/fRy4swk #cancerpreventionmonth #cancerprevention #healthylifestyle #cancerscreenings
45% of all cancer deaths are preventable. This is by implementing healthy habits into your life, like eating nutritiously, staying active, avoiding things like alcohol and smoking, and, by staying on top of your annual wellness visits and preventive cancer screenings.
Learn more at: https://loom.ly/fRy4swk #cancerprevention #healthyhabits #cancerscreenings
There are 8 tips that you need to know if you are serious about cancer prevention. Implementing these habits into your routine will make a world of difference for your health and for preventing cancer.
Learn more at: https://loom.ly/fRy4swk #cancerprevention #healthyhabits #cancerpreventiontips
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Cervical Cancer Prevention
January is Cervical Cancer Prevention Month. This month, we are focusing on annual cervical screenings and other prevention topics!
Learn more at: https://loom.ly/Y4oiac8 #cervicalcancerprevention #paptest #hpvvaccine #cervicalcancer
Did you know that cervical cancer is preventable? Ladies, take some time to consider when your last cervical cancer screening was and go ahead and schedule this year’s annual exam. It makes more difference than you think.
Learn more at: https://loom.ly/Y4oiac8 #cervicalcancerprevention #paptest #hpvvaccine #cervicalcancer
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the number 1 cause of cervical cancer. Vaccinating against HPV is both safe and effective at reducing one’s risk of developing HPV related cancers.
Learn more at https://loom.ly/I-QU4lA #cervicalcancer #hpvaccine #cervicalcancerawarenessmonth #hpv
Cervical cancer is the 4th most common cancer in women, with over 13,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Play an active role in your health by getting screened!
Learn more at: https://loom.ly/Y4oiac8 #cervicalcancerawarenessmonth #cervicalcancerprevention #paptest #hpv #cervicalcancer
Not sure how to get started when it comes to scheduling your cervical cancer prevention? You’ll want to contact your primary care doctor, or, you can always make an appointment at your local health department!
Learn more at https://loom.ly/Y4oiac8 #cervicalcancer #paptest #cervicalcancerprevention
Cervical cancer is preventable with annual routine screening. Go to the doctor and stay on top of your health! Not sure where to go? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
Learn more at: https://loom.ly/Y4oiac8 #cervicalcancer #paptest #cervicalcancerprevention
Cervical cancer forms, unsurprisingly, in the cervix of females. Being both preventable and treatable when detected early, annual pap tests are crucial for women’s health.
Learn more at https://loom.ly/Y4oiac8 #cervicalcancerpreventionmonth #cervicalcancer #paptest
Cervical cancer forms, unsurprisingly, in the cervix of females. Being both preventable and treatable when detected early, annual pap tests are crucial for women’s health.
Learn more at https://loom.ly/Y4oiac8 #cervicalcancerpreventionmonth #cervicalcancer #paptest
Unsure about getting a pap smear done? A pap test is used for cervical cancer screening and prevention. It is as simple as 1, 2, 3! Ladies, schedule your annual pap test with your primary care doctor today!
Learn more at https://loom.ly/Y4oiac8 #paptest #cervicalcancer #cervicalcancerprevention
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Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
Vaccinating against HPV is both safe and effective at reducing one’s risk, regardless of gender, of developing HPV related cancers.
Learn more: https://loom.ly/I-QU4lA #hpv #hpvvaccine
Vaccinating against HPV is both safe and effective at reducing one’s risk, regardless of gender, of developing HPV related cancers.
Learn more: https://loom.ly/I-QU4lA #hpv #hpvvaccine
Other Awareness Topics
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month - February
February is teen dating violence awareness month. #teendatingviolenceprevention #teendatingviolenceawareness
Learn more about teen dating violence at https://loom.ly/4lNnHog
All relationships should be healthy. #teendatingviolenceawareness #teendatingviolenceprevention
Learn more about unhealthy warning signs of teen dating violence at https://loom.ly/4lNnHog
1 out of every 10 individuals will experience dating violence as a teenager. #teendatingviolenceawareness #teendatingviolenceprevention
Learn more on how to recognize the signs at https://loom.ly/4lNnHog
Common signs of teen dating violence include but are not limited to verbal, electronic, physical, or sexual abuse. Learn more at https://loom.ly/4lNnHog
#teendatingviolenceawarenessmonth #teendatingviolenceprevention
There are warning signs that indicate teen dating violence. Parents and teens, learn more about what to look for at https://loom.ly/4lNnHog
#teendatingviolenceawareness #teendatingviolenceprevention
Did you know that February is teen dating violence awareness month? Save these numbers for if you need them later.
Read all about teen dating violence awareness month at https://loom.ly/4lNnHog
#teendatingviolenceawareness #teendatingviolenceprevention
Human Trafficking Awareness Month - January
January is human Trafficking Prevention Month! It is designated such to shed light on this heinous act.
Learn more: https://chwg.org/human-trafficking-prevention-month/ #humantraffickingpreventionmonth
If you see something, say something. Add a contact in your phone for the human trafficking hotline today.
Learn more: https://chwg.org/human-trafficking-prevention-month/ #humantraffickingpreventionmonth
Know the signs. Be vigilant and aware of Human Trafficking.
Learn More: https://chwg.org/human-trafficking-prevention-month/ #humantraffickingpreventionmonth